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MOLD

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There are 14 meanings of the word Mold.

How to pronounce mold:

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Mold - as a noun

The distinctive form in which a thing is made

Example: "Pottery of this cast was found throughout the region"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
castmouldstamp

Container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
castmould
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
container
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Loose soil rich in organic matter

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mould
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
dirtsoil
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The process of becoming mildewed

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mildewmould

A fungus that produces a superficial growth on various kinds of damp or decaying organic matter

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mould
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fungus
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A dish or dessert that is formed in or on a mold

Example: "A lobster mold"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mould

A distinctive nature, character, or type

Example: "A leader in the mold of her predecessors"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mould

Sculpture produced by molding

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clay sculpturemodelingmoldingmouldmoulding

Mold - as a verb

Form in clay, wax, etc

Example: "Model a head with clay"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
modelmould

Become moldy; spoil due to humidity

Example: "The furniture molded in the old house"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mildew
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold

Example: "Cast a bronze sculpture"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
castmould
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
forgeformmoldmouldshapework
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Fit tightly, follow the contours of

Example: "The dress molds her beautiful figure"

Shape or influence; give direction to

Example: "Experience often determines ability"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
determineinfluenceregulateshape
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
causedomake
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She found a mold growing on the bread."
"They used a silicone mold to make the chocolate candies."
"The old house had a musty smell due to the presence of mold."
"He carefully removed the mold from the ancient artifact."
"The scientist studied the mold under a microscope."
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Word Game Points

Is MOLD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, mold is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MOLD has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is MOLD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, mold is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MOLD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is MOLD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, mold is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MOLD has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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